Hello Havik [ Pauze & Rewind ] ! Nightwish fan here, your musical quest summoned me. Welcome to the world of symphonic metal! And thank you for checking this legendary band! This music video is the 4th (and last) single released in advance from the band's 10th studio album, "Yesterwynde" (September 20, 2024), featuring Floor Jansen [pronounced Yansen], the 3rd and present female singer of the band and Troy Donockley, multi instrumentalist and singer. About the instrumental and vocal added parts - it's good to know they recorded their orchestral and vocal back tracks with prestigious institutions as London Philharmonic Orchestra. London's The Metro Voices choir group and London's Young Musicians Children's Choir as their regular partners. Since this is your first Nightwish reaction, it is my duty to give you the [updated] short history of the band concentrated by Ann Waychoff, one of the biggest Nightwish fan who has since passed away (and I am doing this in her memory): " Nightwish was started in 1996.They are considered a Symphonic Metal band, with a female main singer. They are from Finland. Tuomas Holopainen [pronounced Tuo-mas], the keyboard player, composes and writes the lyrics for 95% of their music. [Sami Vanska was the bassist of the band starting with their 2nd studio album, he was with them until 2001. Then Marco Hietala was bassist and vocals, since 2001 to 2020. He recently announced his retirement both from the band and the public life for the next year at least. Then in May 2021 Jukka Koskinen [pronounced Yukka] became the bassist of the band, for the Human :II: Nature tour - and recently, the band announced he became a permanent member] And there is the guitarist Emppu Vuorinen [he also recorded the bass lines for their 1st studio album]. Then there is Troy Donockley from UK who is a multi-instrumentalist and vocals. Jukka Nevalainen [pronounced Yukka] is the drummer. In 2015 due to Jukka's health issues Kai Hahto became the drummer and as of now is a permanent addition. Nightwish has had three singers. 1st one was Tarja Turunen [pronounced Tarr-ya] (Operatic vocals). She was with them until 2005. The 2nd one was Anette Olzon from Sweden (Poppy, strong vocals). She was with them until 2012.The 3rd and current singer is Floor Jansen, from Netherlands (power, operatic, soprano.....most versatile) - you just heard her. There are live concerts that you should use depending on what era. From Wishes to Eternity and End of an Era (Tarja), Montreux Festival live 2012 and Exit Festival (Anette), Live at Wacken 2013, Live at Wembley, Live at Tampere, Vehicle of Spirit, Decades live (Floor). I hope this helps. I want to welcome you to the Nightwish community. I hope you like them enough to continue the journey. Believe me Nightwish will surprise you with their songs. You will never know what to expect. They are unbelievable live. I want to warn you that Nightwish fans are hard core. So be prepared. lol " For an extended set of suggestion (with links), I posted 2 huge comments in the community tab in my main YT channel: www.youtube.com/@gabriel.bardac/community 🤘
It makes me so happy to listen to reactors reacting not only to the music but the lyrics, too. Yoy nailed it!! This song makes me cry every time. Glad you liked it ❤
You got this right! First, Floor is an amazing singer, one of the best! And this song is about those loved ones, who were huge part of us, and still are, even though they’re gone. Great reaction! Please do more! You obviously have an ear for poetry and storytelling.
This song isn't typical of Nightwish, but then no two of their songs are alike. The composer of most of Nightwish's material is their keyboard player, Tuomas. This song is from their recent album "Yesterwynde" (rhymes with blind) which is considered to be the third part of a trilogy that covers just about everything from the evolution of life to man's place on this planet.
Well explained 👏 This will go above most of many random listeners heads. That's ok. I'm just glad I'm experiencing the depth and journey of this mastermind, named Tuomas 🙌
O boy, I thought, you started in anticipation for a new metal band and you''re doing Lanternlight..... But you Adapted and recognised the videomaking, the lyrics and all the other elements. That's what me took by surprise. Now I'm going to subscribe and wait till there's another reaction on your chanel of Nightwish, on stage or in a lyric video. I'm convinced you have the right heart !
Excellent reaction! You have a beautiful, heavy, and edgy road ahead with this band. You brought a perspective to Nightwish because of this song being your first listen. I like your style. Their new album Yesterwynde, is an absolute masterpiece, to me. Happy Sailing!
You must do another one. And another one. And another one... Looking forward for more Nightwish! You won't regret. I guarantee. And nicely interpreted the message.
Nightwish is a Finnish band that has been around since 1996 . They released their first album before Evanescence released their first, so they've been around for a while. Floor Jansen (Dutch), who you saw here, is their third lead singer. The backing vocalist is Troy Donockley (English), their multi-instrumentalist. Tumoas Holopainen, the band leader and composer, wrote this song on the passing of his father in 2021. It's a celebration of life song, so with that intent known, the imagery and lyrics will make much more sense. This song is atypical for Nightwish as they usually go harder and heavier. Music reactors typically go for their live performances and many of these shows have become legendary. You'll get more than a few suggestions for Wacken Open Air 2013 songs. If you want to see a live performance where they go hard and heavy, I'd suggest the live compilation video of "Tribal". That song is lightyears away from "Lanternlight". Floor Jansen is an exceptional singer with an unmatched vocal versatility. She can quite literally flip from an operatic head voice to a deep death growl in the span of a single note. "Tribal" will expose you to a different side of her voice.
The tapestry of poetry. Tuomas makes you look things up. "Petrichor" the smell of grass in the rain. The video editor added the colour green in the background.
I appreciate your appreciations. I'll await your reactions to so many more Nightwish music and Floors vocals. Your insight and admiration will make your reactions to Nightwish enjoyable.
Wow! What a thoughtful and capturing reaction! Thank you and please continue the Nightwish exploration. I will be there every time! 😊 Find Gabriel's list, throw a dart. Never a bad song. One of the best bands live.
I think you're gonna like this band. They are so damn good. You mentioned how you like stringed instruments and piano - most of their music incorporates actual orchestral and choral backing tracks. The lyrics - which you really paid attention to - tell a story in every song. Every one. Although it's impossible to pigeon-hole them to one single genre, at their heart they are a metal band but so much more. I've listened to a lot of different kinds of music in my years but nobody, literally nobody, holds a place in my heart like these guys do. Do yourself a favor, if nothing else, and listen to more of them. The army will be cheering you on every step of the way.
Was Floor Jansen Born in the USA, she was a worldstar. Happy for us, she is born in the Netherlands, living in Sweden and singing in a Finnish band. This song isn’t typical NW. Try An Ocean of Strange Islands, total different, more metal. Such a good song. Wel done. Greetings from the Netherlands
Nightwish is a band generally catagorized as symphonic metal. However, they tend to resist generalization and go where they want. The usual starting place for this band is the song "Ghost Love Score" live at Wacken 2013 - correct speed. That will give you a great idea of just what the lead singer, Floor Jansen, is capable of. Not to mention an introduction to a band that is made up of extremely talented musicians who all play for the song. Nightwish's music videos are wonderful, but they are a band best experienced live. There's just an extra vitality that goes into their live performances. I have subscribed in the hope that you will continue your Nightwish journey.
Thank you for listening❣️ You can't summarize 28 years of Nightwish but the genre symphonic metal is a small snippet of what Nightwish is doing. They don't have boundaries. But every song has a story behind which is told by the lyrics, by the music and the way how it's presented. And Floor, the current singer is the medium to present it. I highly suggest young Floor showing her skills with her previous band Revamp singing Disdain live at Graspop 2010. ruclips.net/video/iNSf64M9uA0/видео.htmlsi=SZaEU9vqSTGQKbyK
You begin your Nightwish journey with Lanternlight. Amazing. 😊 The next Ghost love score, live(Wacken). Grettings from northern Germany and a happy new year. PS forget Wonderful reaction
@@pauzeandrewind Seeing Ghost Love Score live a Wacken was my first experience to Nightwish and it totally shook my core. Life has never been the same again. The music of Nightwish healed me and took me out of darkness so I could feel again.
Im 63 years old and for me NIRHTWISH is the GOAT and LANTERNLIGHT my all time favorite song. your in for a journey down the rabbit hole but the ARMY will be with you every step of the way. Great 1st reaction
Greetings from Arkansas and Welcome to the Nightwish Army. I found Nightwish 6-7 years ago. They bring the best music I've found in 35 years. No two songs are alike, they change in mid-song. They make you think. They tell stories and fairytales. They're some of the best musicians I've seen in my 73 years. They are one of the few bands I've ever seen that are best live. I see Gabriel has responded to your post. He has alot of band info and a great set list to watch. The entire Wachen 2013 live concert is a great place to start for a new listener. This could be the best rabbit whole you follow. This band is on a level few ever attain.
This is from the latest album. Written by Tuomas Holopainen after the passing of his father. For an earlier live performance start with Ghost Love Score at Wacken 2013 ten months after this singer, Floor Jansen joined the band. They are an amazing live band. Or just follow Gabriel's suggestions. Be aware that Floor can sing everything from opera to metal growls.
The whole Wacken 2013 performance was legendary. Every song performed there was the best performance of that song ever. In addition to that, check out The Poet And The Pendulum from Wembley 2015 show and The Greatest Show On Earth from Tampere 2015 show.
WOW, starting out with one of Nightwish's lighter slower songs when you were expecting a metal band! But this band can do it ALL and so can Floor their lead singer, she can sing it ALL. I recommend folllowing Gabriel's list in his post!
Greatest band on earth, stupidly versatile as you'll find out if you go down the rabbit hole - sub'd in the hope that you do. Maybe next try the performance and song that is most commonly people's introduction to this band, namely Ghost Love Score from the Wacken festival performance, so here's a link for you 🤘 ruclips.net/video/JYjIlHWBAVo/видео.htmlsi=nuhKg5NcqoCtTLZM
This is storytelling - this is Nightwish. You just reached the absolute top of modern composed music and storytelling. And yes - Floor Jansen - you just experienced next level - she is unique. 4 or 5 octaves and 10 on the Richter when she goes full throttle... You have no idea of what musically Univese you just got the tiniest glimpse of....
Oh yes, she has mad range! From opera to metal growl belting, Floor Jansen has it all, and is, IMHO, the best female vocalist on earth. That was a very good and perceptive reaction. You made me a fan of your reaction channel. Welcome to the Nightwish rabbit hole! Now, your next choice should definitely be Ghost Love Score, especially from the 2013 Wacken Festival live (the band's official video), which btw, is "the most reacted to music video" on You Tube worldwide. This song showcases her amazing range and diversity of singing styles in one song, and shows the incredible talent of each bandmember. Seriously, this video will blow your mind. The Nightwish Army below, here, will fill you in on this "Symphonic Metal" band and its history.
An excellent reaction, my friend. It was wonderful to watch you appreciate this. Set aside a lot of time in the following months as you dive deep into Nightwish. Toumas writes 99% of the music, and is a gifted modern composer. Prepare for Floor becoming your favorite vocalist. Enjoy your journey.
Welcome to Nightwish! The only band that has ever truly changed my life. I'm a better person for having discovered and experienced them. There is something magical in this band, it goes beyond the music. For many of us it is a healing journey of self-discovery, as well as an exploration of the mystery and wonderof life. Before I really spent time with this band I would have thought the statement above was ridiculous, it can't be explained it must be experienced. I hope you enjoy the ride and find your own meaning in these songs.
When you want to go further on the path of our 1.83m (6ft.+) tall Dutch Valkyrie Queen Floor Jansen besides Nightwish, here is some background information on the best and most versitale female singer of our time. Floor joined the band 'After Forever' in 1997 at the age of 16. Here are some of my favourites: ‘Energize me’; Monolith of Doubt’ and Dreamflight’. Floor attended the then new Rock Academy in 1999 and graduated in 2003. She also studied 2 years at the Conservatory (1 year Music Theatre and 1 year Opera). 'After Forever' disbanded in 2009 and Floor started her own band 'Revamp' from scratch. Here she experimented with different vocal styles within one song from full operatic to death growls in seconds. Here are some examples: ‘Misery’s no Crime’, ‘Wild card’ and ‘Disdain’. Besides managing a band on her own she also did a lot of vocal coaching and as she is a perfectionist, she wants to do everything at 100%+. Eventually she had to pay the price and got a burnout. She had just recovered when end of september 2012 the call came from Nightwish to fill in for the remainder of the North American Tour at first as their second singer Annette got ill. Floor had just 48 hours to learn the whole setlist. There is a documentary made of this world tour: ‘Please learn the setlist in 48 hours’ Floor joined Nightwish after the iconic Wacken concert in 2013 as permanent member of the band. Floor continued to perform with 'Revamp’ also, but it was clear that she could not combine the two for much longer, so 'Revamp' disbanded in 2016. Floor did a side project called 'Northward' where she dived into the Hard Rock scene. The song 'While Love Died is a must see. Her stunning performances on the Dutch TV show 'Beste Zangers 2019' gave her at last some more recognition in her home country where she was relatively unknown until then. There are numerous guest appearances with other bands to find on RUclips. To see how to get a crowd of metalheads silenced and in awe watch her featuring with the band 'Epica' and the song 'Stabat Mater Dolorosa’ and to see her in full opera mode, watch her rendition of 'O Mio Babbino Caro' from Puccini. As live concerts were cancelled and home isolation due to the Covid situation, Floor discovered RUclips in these years. Mindblowing covers, chats with her idols and other singers, vocal masterclasses, personal insights and so much more. She even made a video reacting to herself singing Ghost Love Score at Wacken. Lots of technical info and some memories of her starting with Nightwish. Also her Fan Friday videos are hilarious. Just unpack some of these and other presents she left on her channel. Also videos of her solotour she did with songs of her impressive career. Her latest endeavour is her stunning solo album ‘My Paragon. Floor is a high sensitive person, so peace and quiet is as important for her. Living by the woods in Sweden with her husband Hannes Van Dahl (drummer of the band Sabaton), daughters Freja (turns 8 years next march) and Lucy (1 year this october),a couple of horses, dogs and cats, she found this.
Great reaction! And great that you really take the trouble to analyze what you see and hear! My recommendation: If you want to get a EPIC introduction to Nightwish and Floor Jansen try *Ghost Love Score* LIVE at Wacken 2013. They will blow your mind!
They started long ago as a symphonic metal band, but at this point they're pretty much their own genre. Follow Gabriel's list, strap in and enjoy the ride. Subbed.
That was a wonderful first take on this song. I see that the Nightwish Army has arrived, and Gabriel's guidance is worth following. Thanks for diving in!
Well done Sir. You are on the precipice of the most rewarding rabbit hole imaginable and as a member of the Nightwish Army - Tennessee Volunteer Division I advise you to refer to General Gabriel Bardac's list to provide you with the optimal Nightwish experience. Sequence isn't so important as using your own sense of what may appeal to you in the moment. I don't usually sub on the first NW track but I have a good feeling so new sub. Def looking forward to your next reaction. Happy New Year Sir!
You earned a new subscriber! I love when a reactor is really listening and picking up the details, versus just watching the video to get the views only. You got so much detail correct out of what Tuomas (the keyboard player and songwriter) was try to imply in this song. I've been a rock and metal fan since the early 1980's, and even thought I didn't discover Nightwish until 5 years ago, they quickly became my favorite band of all time. The albums and performances with Floor on vocals are simply the best.
Thank you for your wonderful reaction! I like how you immediately got what this band is about, so I'm looking forward to more of your reactions. Also, be careful of what you wish for... there is no such thing as "some" Nightwish fans 😂
Enjoyed your reaction! Welcome to the glorious world of Symphonic Metal, the beautiful mash up of symphonic composition, orchestral instruments, and heavy metal. Music and lyrics are mostly composed by their keyboardist Tuomas Holopainen and are very poetic and often vague as Tuomas like his listeners to interpret teh music for themselves. The lead singer is Floor Jansen, one of teh best female vocalists in our time. Her Tuomas are geniuses at creating emotion, often making me feel things against my will. Final song from the final album of the trilogy of Endless Forms Most Beautiful, Human Nature, and Yesterwynde. All three albums focus on science, evolution, humanity, and our place in the universe. This song feels to me like someone saying goodbye to family and friends as their life comes to the end. Loads of beautiful imagery in the lyrics of seeing the end, of reminding those we love that we will always be present, of lamenting the unfinished things we leave behind (as is always the case), and then walking "to the trees". Since Tuomas is famous for writing lyrics for multiple interpretations I could also see this song where the narrator is death personified, much like the way the lyrics in Music on Human Nature personified music. A third way I see it is that the lyrics aren't necessarily about a person but are instead a metaphor for humanity and our walk through the eons of our existence which would fit well with the themes of the album trilogy. A number of references to Auri and other Nightwish songs. "I am in the light and flood" and " I am in the four winds" IMO are shout outs to the Auri songs Light and Flood and The Name of the Wind, very beautiful instrumental that have a similar feel. Auri is a side project of the composer Tuomas, his wife Johanna Kurkela, and the male singer you heard, Tory Donockley, that creates atmospheric, folky, celticy music. For me the line "I am you who climbed off your back" gives me Decades in the Sun vibes and of course "To the meadows I go" is tapping into the same symbolism and meaning as Meadows of Heaven. Heartachingly beautiful song and a perfect bookend to the album and trilogy. Lore has that when Tuomas explained the lyrics and the meaning behind them Floor got super emotional and broke into tears. Floor has said it took several takes to record the song as she kept breaking into tears. If you look closely near the end of the video you can see Floor's eyes tearing up. I played this song for my 23 year old daughter and in the middle of the song she came over and hugged me so tight. A beautiful tribute to Tuomas's father and all that are the lantern light for our journey through life. I agree with Tuomas, if we have lived a life of joy and meaning then we shouldn't be sad at the end but celebrate a life well lived. I think this song and Epica's Tides of Time will be the songs for my funeral when I pass. Next song for you, Oceans of Strange Islands if you want something from there recent album that is more typical but Nightwish is best experienced live so I would go with Ghost Love Score from Wacken in 2013. A song where Floor really gets to show so many sides to her voice and you get to see her crowd interaction which is fantastic. One of the big 3 Nightwish songs (the other 2 are The Greatest Show on Earth and The Poet and The Pendulum) it will give you a great introduction to live Nightwish.
_This_ is Floor Jansen. Best damned voice on the planet: her ability to give you goosebumps (and/or bring tears to your eyes) is unmatched. You're in for quite a ride if you start down the Nightwish rabbit hole. I won't add much to the pile of recommendations you're going to get - they're all great - but don't miss her non-Nightwish stuff: Covers of "Alone" and "Let It Go", a bit of opera ("O Mio Babbino Caro"), a duet ("Sancta Terra" with Simone Simons), and even some musical theater ("Phantom of the Opera" with Henk Poort.)
Floor Jansen is a gift to the world and she is so humble. she can sing all genres and in 5 or 6 languages. you should hear nightwish storytime live in wacken 2013 to hear her in a more metal song
Only partway into your reaction but I’m already so excited because you’re really paying attention to and appreciating the lyrics. Nightwish’s music is very varied in terms of style and genre but the use of storytelling, poetry and lyrical depth in their songs is a consistent theme. I’m very much looking forward to your reactions to Nightwish moving forward because I can see you’ll be paying attention to the lyrics as well as the music and that’s something that I feel is especially important with Nightwish
Nightwish is a symphonic metal band. So this song is not typical for them. Try "Ghost Love Score" live at Wacken 2013 official live video. You will be amazed. I was at that show and it is in my top 3 live performances of my life. Alongside with Queen in 1986 and TOOL in 2019.
A beautiful song, but not a typical Nightwish song. Perhaps not the best introduction to the band to get a flavour of what they are really about. They are definitely best as a live band and their iconic performance at Waken 2013 is the best place to start. Perhaps the opener, A Dark Chest Of Wonders.
Hello from Finland. You should react next An Ocean of Strange Islands from Nightwish. There is official lyric video and it's more typical Nightwish song.
This is the softest, saddest of all the Nightwish songs I've heard. I only learned about them 5(ish) years ago, so long-time fans may correct me. It's their first song to make me cry. They are incredibly versatile. No two songs are alike, yet they're always recognizable as Nightwish. Welcome to the Nightwish rabbithole. You're in for quite the journey. The male voice that comes in later in the song is Troy Donahue, a multi-instrumentalist. Marko Hietala, their bass player until a couple of years ago, used to sing back-up and occasional lead, and I wasn't sure who would step into that role when he left, but Troy is doing a fine job.
The saddest? I think Poet and the Pendulum is sadder. That last part from his parents speaking to him. Lines like 'When did you become so cold?' and 'You have such oceans within' hit me every time.
I'm a huge fan and watch all your Ren stuff. I'm also a huge NW fan - So excited for you to react to them. Lanternlight is a beautiful song. But, it's not typical of most of their songs. I hope you continue to explore NW - if you do, I'll be listening!
“I like poetic (song)writing” Tuomas: “Hold my bottomless mug of beer…” Tuomas is Tuomas Holopainen is a Nightwish founding member, principal songwriter/composer, keyboardist - and piano player in the Lanternlight vid
Technically, Nightwish falls into the symphonic metal genre. More accurately, Nightwish Falls into the Nightwish genre. This is definitely a ballad, but it’s not easy to find two Nightwish songs that sound the same. You may not realize it, but you just listened to the Queen of metal herself, the Valkyrie goddess. Enjoy your journey! Recommendation: The entire live Wacken 2013 concert. Beginning to end.
"She have a range " it's amezing when some people heard her voice in first solf more than her Goddess mode before...... love to see the word "Range" changing in mutiple time untill have conclution her range is not from this world
The first part of the song is about looking back and reflecting after a loved one died, the second part is about relief and positive feelings when the loved one had a long and prosperous life. You recognized that moment very well when the colors started to appear.
While you cannot go wrong with any song from their 2013 Wacken festival performance, I think most people would say the likely starting spot is " Ghost Love Score" from that concert. It too is a softer song of theirs as they can and do go heavier, but its another great introduction song to Nightwish! They have so so so many good songs, and so many of the videos are from LIVE performances, as this band is so talented!
Great reaction Pause & Rewind😍 -Here are the lyrics Nightwish - Lanternlight Gone is the hurt, the wait Gone is the warmth of day A stray boat saved, happy memories engraved On into a velvety night Beneath a lanternlight Last night brought the heaviest of snows Melting the songs of old Tying the boat, write a new one soon Sending me to the drowning moon Far above a lanternlight I'm in the light and flood I'm in the four winds I am the waves shaping pebbles flawless gems I am the snow on your palm I am the secret stream Moss beneath your feet I am you who climbed off of my back Not long ago A sheltered song in a world now gone Petrichor The timeless Turn loose the swaying boat Meltwater, sound of spring I hear our song now, sung by the free For a thousand more tomorrows Of an incomplete weave To the meadows I go I’ll be waiting for you Once upon a lanternlight I walk now toward the trees I am the secret stream The night falling at my feet Into the forest of Yesterwynde - And this is the actual message the writer/composer Tuomas Holopainen (Keyboard/piano), wants to portray through these lyrics. He wrote this track after his father passed away in 2021. ruclips.net/user/shortskQFEAiBmG6c?si=qs4H7UoKwTeTE_Ce Greetings from the first airborne division of the Nightwish army based at Maastricht, The Netherlands.
Great reaction! Welcome to the Nightwish Train. No getting out no; you do not want to! This one if my very favorite NW songs for personal reasons & and it is brilliant soul pearling! Once you hear all that NW is, you will forget that “E” word! Nightwish, Finnish Symphonic Metal band, with Floor Jansen is the G.O.A.T. (Composition, lyrics, live,…)" going back to the BIG 🧨💥!
Though usually considered a symphonic metal band, Nightwish defies genre. Any other song by them won't sound like this but it will still be great. More NW please, from a new subscriber.
What Gabriel said! Nightwish since 1996. Nightwish Army, Blue Mountains Corps, Australia. G'day from Oz! Welcome. Check out live - better! edit: and they have longer songs - three and four times as long!
You probably started with the softest of Nightwish songs. It goes from a sad acceptance of loss/change, all the way to a warm hug of good memories. Nightwish is a band with a lot of talent and a lot of depth and intelligence. They are a symphonic metal band, but they also use influences of different genres. Like Celtic for instance.
As you have discovered, Floor is an Enchantress. The exploration of Nightwish is a journey that will enthrall you like no other. There is so much variety and so many nuances to their music ... and their live performances are, in my opinion, simply breathtaking. Listening to, and especially watching Nightwish, I'm usually either grinning like a maniac or wiping a tear out of my eye. No recommendations from me, you can't go wrong following Gabriel's advice. Enjoy the journey, as a new subscriber, I will watch on with interest. All the very best from the Canberra Regiment, Australian Division, Nightwish Army.
Great reaction to a great band. If you just read and listen to General Gabriel you will be fine. You will not regret to go down in the rabbithole of Nightwish. Happy New Year from Sweden
Great reaction! There’s so much to unpack from this band, and the journey is amazing if you take it. They produce world class art, not just music but poetry and visuals as well. It’s a whole package.
You did an amazing job of analyzing this song after just one listen! I'm sure others have already filled you in on the background of this song and you definitely nailed the emotions in the song. So great to see a first reaction to their latest work. I really enjoyed your thoughts about it. Now on to Ghost Love Score, HAHA! Down the rabbit hole you go .... the Nightwish army is here!
This album Yesterwynde is like an old concept album by Pink Floyd, you might take the time to listen to it from the first song all thru to the last one. After about 50 times now it grew on me up to the 5 best albums I own - and I am 64 now and have about 8000 records. The last song -Lanternlight- is my personal song of the year 2024 by far. It is very, VERY different but exactly that is the reason. For me Nightwish has evolved to one of those rare bands, that create art without any consideration to what anybody expected or to say it the short way: Nightwish does Nightwish things. And I predict this record will be recognized in decades, just like Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the moon. Some records last forever. Greetings from Germany
Greetings from New Zealand! Happy New Year! Once you've heard Nightwish, you'll never be the same again. While I appreciate and also like Evanescence, they are not on the same level as Floor (female singer) and Nightwish. The writing skills of the keyboardist Tuomas, (playing piano), is genius. He has been nicknamed the metal Mozart. The variation in their music is vast, and no two songs are the same. There have been three singers in Nightwish their 20+ years, before the time of Evanescence, and they've all added something different to the band, but Floor Jansen is the most versatile, and the most expressive of them all. Her range, versatility, and expression is very, very impressive. They are all top musicians, and work very well together as a group, and they leave their egos at the door. They play for the love of music, which is as it should be. Gabriel has a comprehensive list which you can follow :)
i remember 90´s when nightwish and evanescence have in media some kinda competition,even bands music are so much difference :) thanx to great reaction and have wonderful day.
Oh man you're going deep with NW 😂 As you started with very unusual Lanternlight, keep on doing contrast and do Master passion greed next. No one in this world have done that 🤣 Will follow your journey, great reaction 👌
I started with your Ghost Love Score reaction. That was enough for me to subscribe and come here. I don't know to what extent I can speak for other Nightwish Army folk, but I for one love to discover new reactors who love the music I do. I have seen these songs dozens of times, but vicariously discovering them anew, through new eyes/ears/insights, brings me joy.
For contrast, try "Yours is an Empty Hope", live from Wembley. Floor can sing anything...and frequently does. Last night they had the inductions into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame. Which is a promotional joke. Nightwish has been turning out spectacular music for 30 years. Think they'd get in? Plenty of other (mostly non-U.S.) bands in the same situation.
Nightwish Army US Division here, I see Gabriel posted his welcome to the army, follow his list for the best symphonic metal band in the world. I`ve been a fan for over 15 years and still obsessed with them. Ghost Love Score live at Wacken festival 2013 is where most reactors start and highly recommend it although I prefer the Tampare concert in 2015. For more of the ``metal`` songs I recommend Weak Fantasy, Tribal, Slaying The Dreamer, Yours is an Empty Hope, Last Ride of the Day. Concerts you should watch are Wacken 2013 and 2018, Tampere 2015, Buenos Aires 2018, Wembley 2018, Hellfest 2022 , PinkPop 2022 and Deichbrand 2022. Floor Jansen in my opinion is the greatest female vocalist in the world as she can sing all music genre`s. Also check out her live concert in Amsterdam and you will see what I mean. Sorry for rambling on but I`m very passionate about this band !!
Nightwish is a Symphonic Metal band. Their catalog is very diverse. They have been together in some line up since 1996. There has been 3 different, female, lead singers. I’m sure the Nightwish Army will be here and inform you of more. Enjoy!🎸🤘
Welcome to the Nightwish family and our beautiful Queen Floor Jansen (pronounced Yansen). General Gabriel should be arriving soon. I have subscribed ,and are waiting for your next reaction to this journey called Nightwish. Greetings from Alabama 😎
Great reaction to the last song from The most recent album "Yesterwynde"". New sub here from Nightwish Army Sweden. Hope to see you go down the rabbit hole.
Hello Havik [ Pauze & Rewind ] ! Nightwish fan here, your musical quest summoned me.
Welcome to the world of symphonic metal! And thank you for checking this legendary band! This music video is the 4th (and last) single released in advance from the band's 10th studio album, "Yesterwynde" (September 20, 2024), featuring Floor Jansen [pronounced Yansen], the 3rd and present female singer of the band and Troy Donockley, multi instrumentalist and singer.
About the instrumental and vocal added parts - it's good to know they recorded their orchestral and vocal back tracks with prestigious institutions as London Philharmonic Orchestra. London's The Metro Voices choir group and London's Young Musicians Children's Choir as their regular partners.
Since this is your first Nightwish reaction, it is my duty to give you the [updated] short history of the band concentrated by Ann Waychoff, one of the biggest Nightwish fan who has since passed away (and I am doing this in her memory):
" Nightwish was started in 1996.They are considered a Symphonic Metal band, with a female main singer. They are from Finland.
Tuomas Holopainen [pronounced Tuo-mas], the keyboard player, composes and writes the lyrics for 95% of their music. [Sami Vanska was the bassist of the band starting with their 2nd studio album, he was with them until 2001. Then Marco Hietala was bassist and vocals, since 2001 to 2020. He recently announced his retirement both from the band and the public life for the next year at least. Then in May 2021 Jukka Koskinen [pronounced Yukka] became the bassist of the band, for the Human :II: Nature tour - and recently, the band announced he became a permanent member] And there is the guitarist Emppu Vuorinen [he also recorded the bass lines for their 1st studio album]. Then there is Troy Donockley from UK who is a multi-instrumentalist and vocals. Jukka Nevalainen [pronounced Yukka] is the drummer. In 2015 due to Jukka's health issues Kai Hahto became the drummer and as of now is a permanent addition.
Nightwish has had three singers. 1st one was Tarja Turunen [pronounced Tarr-ya] (Operatic vocals). She was with them until 2005. The 2nd one was Anette Olzon from Sweden (Poppy, strong vocals). She was with them until 2012.The 3rd and current singer is Floor Jansen, from Netherlands (power, operatic, soprano.....most versatile) - you just heard her.
There are live concerts that you should use depending on what era. From Wishes to Eternity and End of an Era (Tarja), Montreux Festival live 2012 and Exit Festival (Anette), Live at Wacken 2013, Live at Wembley, Live at Tampere, Vehicle of Spirit, Decades live (Floor). I hope this helps.
I want to welcome you to the Nightwish community. I hope you like them enough to continue the journey. Believe me Nightwish will surprise you with their songs. You will never know what to expect. They are unbelievable live. I want to warn you that Nightwish fans are hard core. So be prepared. lol "
For an extended set of suggestion (with links), I posted 2 huge comments in the community tab in my main YT channel: www.youtube.com/@gabriel.bardac/community
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Welcome general and Happy New Nightwish Year
Hi General
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Healthy new year General ! Salute.
Another year General, and a whole bunch more of souls to capture.
It makes me so happy to listen to reactors reacting not only to the music but the lyrics, too. Yoy nailed it!! This song makes me cry every time.
Glad you liked it ❤
You got this right! First, Floor is an amazing singer, one of the best! And this song is about those loved ones, who were huge part of us, and still are, even though they’re gone. Great reaction! Please do more! You obviously have an ear for poetry and storytelling.
I concur
This song isn't typical of Nightwish, but then no two of their songs are alike. The composer of most of Nightwish's material is their keyboard player, Tuomas. This song is from their recent album "Yesterwynde" (rhymes with blind) which is considered to be the third part of a trilogy that covers just about everything from the evolution of life to man's place on this planet.
Well explained 👏 This will go above most of many random listeners heads. That's ok. I'm just glad I'm experiencing the depth and journey of this mastermind, named Tuomas 🙌
Nightwish the best band ever and Floor Jansen the Dutch goddess of metal ❤❤😊
O boy, I thought, you started in anticipation for a new metal band and you''re doing Lanternlight..... But you Adapted and recognised the videomaking, the lyrics and all the other elements. That's what me took by surprise. Now I'm going to subscribe and wait till there's another reaction on your chanel of Nightwish, on stage or in a lyric video. I'm convinced you have the right heart !
Excellent reaction! You have a beautiful, heavy, and edgy road ahead with this band. You brought a perspective to Nightwish because of this song being your first listen. I like your style. Their new album Yesterwynde, is an absolute masterpiece, to me. Happy Sailing!
Thank you!
Most unusual to have Lanternlight as a first reaction to Nightwish. I am pleased you enjoyed so much. This video makes me cry most every time.
Right. Most start with a banger like Ghost Love Score. This is the most sensitive and fragile Nightwish to start with.
You must do another one. And another one. And another one... Looking forward for more Nightwish! You won't regret. I guarantee.
And nicely interpreted the message.
Nightwish is a Finnish band that has been around since 1996 . They released their first album before Evanescence released their first, so they've been around for a while. Floor Jansen (Dutch), who you saw here, is their third lead singer. The backing vocalist is Troy Donockley (English), their multi-instrumentalist.
Tumoas Holopainen, the band leader and composer, wrote this song on the passing of his father in 2021. It's a celebration of life song, so with that intent known, the imagery and lyrics will make much more sense. This song is atypical for Nightwish as they usually go harder and heavier.
Music reactors typically go for their live performances and many of these shows have become legendary. You'll get more than a few suggestions for Wacken Open Air 2013 songs. If you want to see a live performance where they go hard and heavy, I'd suggest the live compilation video of "Tribal". That song is lightyears away from "Lanternlight".
Floor Jansen is an exceptional singer with an unmatched vocal versatility. She can quite literally flip from an operatic head voice to a deep death growl in the span of a single note. "Tribal" will expose you to a different side of her voice.
The rabbit hole has been opened. Welcome to the world of Nightwish, it is a journey you will enjoy.
The tapestry of poetry.
Tuomas makes you look things up.
"Petrichor" the smell of grass in the rain.
The video editor added the colour green in the background.
I appreciate your appreciations. I'll await your reactions to so many more Nightwish music and Floors vocals. Your insight and admiration will make your reactions to Nightwish enjoyable.
Wow! What a thoughtful and capturing reaction! Thank you and please continue the Nightwish exploration. I will be there every time! 😊 Find Gabriel's list, throw a dart. Never a bad song. One of the best bands live.
Thank you!
I think you're gonna like this band. They are so damn good. You mentioned how you like stringed instruments and piano - most of their music incorporates actual orchestral and choral backing tracks. The lyrics - which you really paid attention to - tell a story in every song. Every one. Although it's impossible to pigeon-hole them to one single genre, at their heart they are a metal band but so much more. I've listened to a lot of different kinds of music in my years but nobody, literally nobody, holds a place in my heart like these guys do. Do yourself a favor, if nothing else, and listen to more of them. The army will be cheering you on every step of the way.
Was Floor Jansen Born in the USA, she was a worldstar. Happy for us, she is born in the Netherlands, living in Sweden and singing in a Finnish band. This song isn’t typical NW. Try An Ocean of Strange Islands, total different, more metal. Such a good song. Wel done. Greetings from the Netherlands
@@pietkeizer5279 and married with Sabaton drummer Hannes Van Dahl.
And singing in English at a German concert 🤣
@@markclements-bs3mb Why the laughing smiley?
@@normenneulich1952 Because it is another level of amazement which bought a smile to my face
Nightwish is a band generally catagorized as symphonic metal. However, they tend to resist generalization and go where they want. The usual starting place for this band is the song "Ghost Love Score" live at Wacken 2013 - correct speed. That will give you a great idea of just what the lead singer, Floor Jansen, is capable of. Not to mention an introduction to a band that is made up of extremely talented musicians who all play for the song. Nightwish's music videos are wonderful, but they are a band best experienced live. There's just an extra vitality that goes into their live performances. I have subscribed in the hope that you will continue your Nightwish journey.
Every Nightwish song is different to all the others but this is the most different of all. Like all their others, it is great.
Thank you for listening❣️
You can't summarize 28 years of Nightwish but the genre symphonic metal is a small snippet of what Nightwish is doing. They don't have boundaries. But every song has a story behind which is told by the lyrics, by the music and the way how it's presented. And Floor, the current singer is the medium to present it.
I highly suggest young Floor showing her skills with her previous band Revamp singing Disdain live at Graspop 2010. ruclips.net/video/iNSf64M9uA0/видео.htmlsi=SZaEU9vqSTGQKbyK
You begin your Nightwish journey with Lanternlight.
Amazing. 😊
The next Ghost love score, live(Wacken). Grettings from northern Germany and a happy new year. PS forget Wonderful reaction
*Wacken 2013!
Thank you!
@@pauzeandrewind Seeing Ghost Love Score live a Wacken was my first experience to Nightwish and it totally shook my core. Life has never been the same again. The music of Nightwish healed me and took me out of darkness so I could feel again.
You want fans! Here comes the Nightwish Army!
Thank you. Very intelligent reaction. Looking forward to more Nightwish. Most reactors start with Ghost love score live from Wacken.
Im 63 years old and for me NIRHTWISH is the GOAT and LANTERNLIGHT my all time favorite song. your in for a journey down the rabbit hole but the ARMY will be with you every step of the way. Great 1st reaction
There is no better singer in this whole world,listen to the Wacken concert and i am sure you agree❤
Greetings from Arkansas and Welcome to the Nightwish Army. I found Nightwish 6-7 years ago. They bring the best music I've found in 35 years. No two songs are alike, they change in mid-song. They make you think. They tell stories and fairytales. They're some of the best musicians I've seen in my 73 years. They are one of the few bands I've ever seen that are best live. I see Gabriel has responded to your post. He has alot of band info and a great set list to watch. The entire Wachen 2013 live concert is a great place to start for a new listener. This could be the best rabbit whole you follow. This band is on a level few ever attain.
This is from the latest album. Written by Tuomas Holopainen after the passing of his father. For an earlier live performance start with Ghost Love Score at Wacken 2013 ten months after this singer, Floor Jansen joined the band. They are an amazing live band. Or just follow Gabriel's suggestions. Be aware that Floor can sing everything from opera to metal growls.
💯 agree with GLS Live at Wacken 2013 as a perfect start to the rabbit hole of Nightwish
The whole Wacken 2013 performance was legendary. Every song performed there was the best performance of that song ever. In addition to that, check out The Poet And The Pendulum from Wembley 2015 show and The Greatest Show On Earth from Tampere 2015 show.
WOW, starting out with one of Nightwish's lighter slower songs when you were expecting a metal band! But this band can do it ALL and so can Floor their lead singer, she can sing it ALL.
I recommend folllowing Gabriel's list in his post!
The best band and the best singer Floor Jansen
Greatest band on earth, stupidly versatile as you'll find out if you go down the rabbit hole - sub'd in the hope that you do. Maybe next try the performance and song that is most commonly people's introduction to this band, namely Ghost Love Score from the Wacken festival performance, so here's a link for you 🤘
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This is storytelling - this is Nightwish.
You just reached the absolute top of modern composed music and storytelling.
And yes - Floor Jansen - you just experienced next level - she is unique. 4 or 5 octaves and 10 on the Richter when she goes full throttle...
You have no idea of what musically Univese you just got the tiniest glimpse of....
Oh yes, she has mad range! From opera to metal growl belting, Floor Jansen has it all, and is, IMHO, the best female vocalist on earth. That was a very good and perceptive reaction. You made me a fan of your reaction channel. Welcome to the Nightwish rabbit hole! Now, your next choice should definitely be Ghost Love Score, especially from the 2013 Wacken Festival live (the band's official video), which btw, is "the most reacted to music video" on You Tube worldwide. This song showcases her amazing range and diversity of singing styles in one song, and shows the incredible talent of each bandmember. Seriously, this video will blow your mind. The Nightwish Army below, here, will fill you in on this "Symphonic Metal" band and its history.
An excellent reaction, my friend. It was wonderful to watch you appreciate this. Set aside a lot of time in the following months as you dive deep into Nightwish. Toumas writes 99% of the music, and is a gifted modern composer. Prepare for Floor becoming your favorite vocalist.
Enjoy your journey.
Subbed, Sir!
Welcome to a band you will never forget!
Love from The Netherlands!
Welcome to Nightwish! The only band that has ever truly changed my life. I'm a better person for having discovered and experienced them. There is something magical in this band, it goes beyond the music. For many of us it is a healing journey of self-discovery, as well as an exploration of the mystery and wonderof life. Before I really spent time with this band I would have thought the statement above was ridiculous, it can't be explained it must be experienced. I hope you enjoy the ride and find your own meaning in these songs.
When you want to go further on the path of our 1.83m (6ft.+) tall Dutch Valkyrie Queen Floor Jansen besides Nightwish, here is some background information on the best and most versitale female singer of our time. Floor joined the band 'After Forever' in 1997 at the age of 16. Here are some of my favourites: ‘Energize me’; Monolith of Doubt’ and Dreamflight’.
Floor attended the then new Rock Academy in 1999 and graduated in 2003. She also studied 2 years at the Conservatory (1 year Music Theatre and 1 year Opera).
'After Forever' disbanded in 2009 and Floor started her own band 'Revamp' from scratch. Here she experimented with different vocal styles within one song from full operatic to death growls in seconds. Here are some examples: ‘Misery’s no Crime’, ‘Wild card’ and ‘Disdain’.
Besides managing a band on her own she also did a lot of vocal coaching and as she is a perfectionist, she wants to do everything at 100%+. Eventually she had to pay the price and got a burnout. She had just recovered when end of september 2012 the call came from Nightwish to fill in for the remainder of the North American Tour at first as their second singer Annette got ill. Floor had just 48 hours to learn the whole setlist. There is a documentary made of this world tour: ‘Please learn the setlist in 48 hours’
Floor joined Nightwish after the iconic Wacken concert in 2013 as permanent member of the band. Floor continued to perform with 'Revamp’ also, but it was clear that she could not combine the two for much longer, so 'Revamp' disbanded in 2016. Floor did a side project called 'Northward' where she dived into the Hard Rock scene. The song 'While Love Died is a must see.
Her stunning performances on the Dutch TV show 'Beste Zangers 2019' gave her at last some more recognition in her home country where she was relatively unknown until then. There are numerous guest appearances with other bands to find on RUclips. To see how to get a crowd of metalheads silenced and in awe watch her featuring with the band 'Epica' and the song 'Stabat Mater Dolorosa’ and to see her in full opera mode, watch her rendition of 'O Mio Babbino Caro' from Puccini. As live concerts were cancelled and home isolation due to the Covid situation, Floor discovered RUclips in these years. Mindblowing covers, chats with her idols and other singers, vocal masterclasses, personal insights and so much more. She even made a video reacting to herself singing Ghost Love Score at Wacken. Lots of technical info and some memories of her starting with Nightwish.
Also her Fan Friday videos are hilarious. Just unpack some of these and other presents she left on her channel. Also videos of her solotour she did with songs of her impressive career. Her latest endeavour is her stunning solo album ‘My Paragon. Floor is a high sensitive person, so peace and quiet is as important for her. Living by the woods in Sweden with her husband Hannes Van Dahl (drummer of the band Sabaton), daughters Freja (turns 8 years next march) and Lucy (1 year this october),a couple of horses, dogs and cats, she found this.
Great reaction! And great that you really take the trouble to analyze what you see and hear! My recommendation: If you want to get a EPIC introduction to Nightwish and Floor Jansen try *Ghost Love Score* LIVE at Wacken 2013. They will blow your mind!
Our Queen Floor
They started long ago as a symphonic metal band, but at this point they're pretty much their own genre. Follow Gabriel's list, strap in and enjoy the ride. Subbed.
That was a wonderful first take on this song. I see that the Nightwish Army has arrived, and Gabriel's guidance is worth following. Thanks for diving in!
Love her lows.
Well done Sir. You are on the precipice of the most rewarding rabbit hole imaginable and as a member of the Nightwish Army - Tennessee Volunteer Division I advise you to refer to General Gabriel Bardac's list to provide you with the optimal Nightwish experience. Sequence isn't so important as using your own sense of what may appeal to you in the moment. I don't usually sub on the first NW track but I have a good feeling so new sub. Def looking forward to your next reaction. Happy New Year Sir!
Wellcome to Nightwish ! It is a magical rabbithole , very wide and deep . Greetings from NW army . Sweden
Oh I'm excited you're going to go off when you hear more of this girl and the group
You earned a new subscriber! I love when a reactor is really listening and picking up the details, versus just watching the video to get the views only. You got so much detail correct out of what Tuomas (the keyboard player and songwriter) was try to imply in this song.
I've been a rock and metal fan since the early 1980's, and even thought I didn't discover Nightwish until 5 years ago, they quickly became my favorite band of all time. The albums and performances with Floor on vocals are simply the best.
Awesome reaction. Nightwish is out of this world. Enjoy the journey :D
Thank you for your wonderful reaction! I like how you immediately got what this band is about, so I'm looking forward to more of your reactions. Also, be careful of what you wish for... there is no such thing as "some" Nightwish fans 😂
Enjoyed your reaction! Welcome to the glorious world of Symphonic Metal, the beautiful mash up of symphonic composition, orchestral instruments, and heavy metal. Music and lyrics are mostly composed by their keyboardist Tuomas Holopainen and are very poetic and often vague as Tuomas like his listeners to interpret teh music for themselves. The lead singer is Floor Jansen, one of teh best female vocalists in our time. Her Tuomas are geniuses at creating emotion, often making me feel things against my will.
Final song from the final album of the trilogy of Endless Forms Most Beautiful, Human Nature, and Yesterwynde. All three albums focus on science, evolution, humanity, and our place in the universe. This song feels to me like someone saying goodbye to family and friends as their life comes to the end. Loads of beautiful imagery in the lyrics of seeing the end, of reminding those we love that we will always be present, of lamenting the unfinished things we leave behind (as is always the case), and then walking "to the trees". Since Tuomas is famous for writing lyrics for multiple interpretations I could also see this song where the narrator is death personified, much like the way the lyrics in Music on Human Nature personified music. A third way I see it is that the lyrics aren't necessarily about a person but are instead a metaphor for humanity and our walk through the eons of our existence which would fit well with the themes of the album trilogy. A number of references to Auri and other Nightwish songs. "I am in the light and flood" and " I am in the four winds" IMO are shout outs to the Auri songs Light and Flood and The Name of the Wind, very beautiful instrumental that have a similar feel. Auri is a side project of the composer Tuomas, his wife Johanna Kurkela, and the male singer you heard, Tory Donockley, that creates atmospheric, folky, celticy music. For me the line "I am you who climbed off your back" gives me Decades in the Sun vibes and of course "To the meadows I go" is tapping into the same symbolism and meaning as Meadows of Heaven. Heartachingly beautiful song and a perfect bookend to the album and trilogy.
Lore has that when Tuomas explained the lyrics and the meaning behind them Floor got super emotional and broke into tears. Floor has said it took several takes to record the song as she kept breaking into tears. If you look closely near the end of the video you can see Floor's eyes tearing up. I played this song for my 23 year old daughter and in the middle of the song she came over and hugged me so tight.
A beautiful tribute to Tuomas's father and all that are the lantern light for our journey through life. I agree with Tuomas, if we have lived a life of joy and meaning then we shouldn't be sad at the end but celebrate a life well lived. I think this song and Epica's Tides of Time will be the songs for my funeral when I pass.
Next song for you, Oceans of Strange Islands if you want something from there recent album that is more typical but Nightwish is best experienced live so I would go with Ghost Love Score from Wacken in 2013. A song where Floor really gets to show so many sides to her voice and you get to see her crowd interaction which is fantastic. One of the big 3 Nightwish songs (the other 2 are The Greatest Show on Earth and The Poet and The Pendulum) it will give you a great introduction to live Nightwish.
_This_ is Floor Jansen. Best damned voice on the planet: her ability to give you goosebumps (and/or bring tears to your eyes) is unmatched.
You're in for quite a ride if you start down the Nightwish rabbit hole. I won't add much to the pile of recommendations you're going to get - they're all great - but don't miss her non-Nightwish stuff: Covers of "Alone" and "Let It Go", a bit of opera ("O Mio Babbino Caro"), a duet ("Sancta Terra" with Simone Simons), and even some musical theater ("Phantom of the Opera" with Henk Poort.)
Floor Jansen is a gift to the world and she is so humble. she can sing all genres and in 5 or 6 languages. you should hear nightwish storytime live in wacken 2013 to hear her in a more metal song
Can’t wait for you to go down this rabbit hole. Please check them out!
Only partway into your reaction but I’m already so excited because you’re really paying attention to and appreciating the lyrics. Nightwish’s music is very varied in terms of style and genre but the use of storytelling, poetry and lyrical depth in their songs is a consistent theme. I’m very much looking forward to your reactions to Nightwish moving forward because I can see you’ll be paying attention to the lyrics as well as the music and that’s something that I feel is especially important with Nightwish
Nightwish is a symphonic metal band. So this song is not typical for them. Try "Ghost Love Score" live at Wacken 2013 official live video. You will be amazed. I was at that show and it is in my top 3 live performances of my life. Alongside with Queen in 1986 and TOOL in 2019.
the videos of Nightwish are a work of Art...Tuomas composing Floor and troy singing...what a treat...💜your reaction
A beautiful song, but not a typical Nightwish song. Perhaps not the best introduction to the band to get a flavour of what they are really about. They are definitely best as a live band and their iconic performance at Waken 2013 is the best place to start. Perhaps the opener, A Dark Chest Of Wonders.
Hello from Finland. You should react next An Ocean of Strange Islands from Nightwish. There is official lyric video and it's more typical Nightwish song.
You now have heard the greatest female vocalist in the world Floor Jensen. She can sing in 7 different languages
Hello, beautiful reaction and equally beautiful tattoos, greetings from Poland
This is the softest, saddest of all the Nightwish songs I've heard. I only learned about them 5(ish) years ago, so long-time fans may correct me. It's their first song to make me cry.
They are incredibly versatile. No two songs are alike, yet they're always recognizable as Nightwish. Welcome to the Nightwish rabbithole. You're in for quite the journey.
The male voice that comes in later in the song is Troy Donahue, a multi-instrumentalist. Marko Hietala, their bass player until a couple of years ago, used to sing back-up and occasional lead, and I wasn't sure who would step into that role when he left, but Troy is doing a fine job.
The saddest? I think Poet and the Pendulum is sadder. That last part from his parents speaking to him. Lines like 'When did you become so cold?' and 'You have such oceans within' hit me every time.
You should definitely check out Nightwish wacken 2013 live shows, awesome 😎
thank you 👍
I'm a huge fan and watch all your Ren stuff. I'm also a huge NW fan - So excited for you to react to them. Lanternlight is a beautiful song. But, it's not typical of most of their songs. I hope you continue to explore NW - if you do, I'll be listening!
It's funny how many of us are Nightwish and Ren fans. Such totally different genres but both highly musical and intelligent with amazing stories.
“I like poetic (song)writing”
Tuomas: “Hold my bottomless mug of beer…”
Tuomas is Tuomas Holopainen is a Nightwish founding member, principal songwriter/composer, keyboardist - and piano player in the Lanternlight vid
Technically, Nightwish falls into the symphonic metal genre. More accurately, Nightwish Falls into the Nightwish genre. This is definitely a ballad, but it’s not easy to find two Nightwish songs that sound the same. You may not realize it, but you just listened to the Queen of metal herself, the Valkyrie goddess. Enjoy your journey!
Recommendation: The entire live Wacken 2013 concert. Beginning to end.
A great reaction Havik - nice to see someone who sees more than just the song - their videos are so much more than just images to accompany the song
"She have a range " it's amezing when some people heard her voice in first solf more than her Goddess mode before...... love to see the word "Range" changing in mutiple time untill have conclution her range is not from this world
The first part of the song is about looking back and reflecting after a loved one died, the second part is about relief and positive feelings when the loved one had a long and prosperous life. You recognized that moment very well when the colors started to appear.
Troy is helping,he is multiinstrumentalist,very talented
Floor, 183cm tall woman in her bare feet, left her boar spear and shield offstage for this performance.
Nice reaction. I cant wait for you to open more of this amazing chest of wonders 🤘😆🤘
While you cannot go wrong with any song from their 2013 Wacken festival performance, I think most people would say the likely starting spot is " Ghost Love Score" from that concert. It too is a softer song of theirs as they can and do go heavier, but its another great introduction song to Nightwish! They have so so so many good songs, and so many of the videos are from LIVE performances, as this band is so talented!
Great reaction Pause & Rewind😍
-Here are the lyrics
Nightwish - Lanternlight
Gone is the hurt, the wait
Gone is the warmth of day
A stray boat saved, happy memories engraved
On into a velvety night
Beneath a lanternlight
Last night brought the heaviest of snows
Melting the songs of old
Tying the boat, write a new one soon
Sending me to the drowning moon
Far above a lanternlight
I'm in the light and flood
I'm in the four winds
I am the waves shaping pebbles flawless gems
I am the snow on your palm
I am the secret stream
Moss beneath your feet
I am you who climbed off of my back
Not long ago
A sheltered song in a world now gone
Petrichor
The timeless
Turn loose the swaying boat
Meltwater, sound of spring
I hear our song now, sung by the free
For a thousand more tomorrows
Of an incomplete weave
To the meadows I go
I’ll be waiting for you
Once upon a lanternlight
I walk now toward the trees
I am the secret stream
The night falling at my feet
Into the forest of Yesterwynde
- And this is the actual message the writer/composer Tuomas Holopainen (Keyboard/piano), wants to portray through these lyrics. He wrote this track after his father passed away in 2021.
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Greetings from the first airborne division of the Nightwish army based at Maastricht, The Netherlands.
Great reaction! Welcome to the Nightwish Train. No getting out no; you do not want to! This one if my very favorite NW songs for personal reasons & and it is brilliant soul pearling! Once you hear all that NW is, you will forget that “E” word! Nightwish, Finnish Symphonic Metal band, with Floor Jansen is the G.O.A.T. (Composition, lyrics, live,…)" going back to the BIG 🧨💥!
Though usually considered a symphonic metal band, Nightwish defies genre. Any other song by them won't sound like this but it will still be great. More NW please, from a new subscriber.
Better late than never for you to discover the greatest singer there is!
What Gabriel said! Nightwish since 1996. Nightwish Army, Blue Mountains Corps, Australia. G'day from Oz! Welcome. Check out live - better! edit: and they have longer songs - three and four times as long!
You probably started with the softest of Nightwish songs. It goes from a sad acceptance of loss/change, all the way to a warm hug of good memories. Nightwish is a band with a lot of talent and a lot of depth and intelligence. They are a symphonic metal band, but they also use influences of different genres. Like Celtic for instance.
Wow jumped in at the deep end, lol. They have a huge back catalog if amazing work.
Lok forward to more Nightwish. They are actually best live. 😊
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NWArmy here, welcome and enjoy your ride into this amazing band 🎵. Great reaction 👏💯. Greetings from Greece 🎶🎵🤘
As you have discovered, Floor is an Enchantress. The exploration of Nightwish is a journey that will enthrall you like no other. There is so much variety and so many nuances to their music ... and their live performances are, in my opinion, simply breathtaking. Listening to, and especially watching Nightwish, I'm usually either grinning like a maniac or wiping a tear out of my eye. No recommendations from me, you can't go wrong following Gabriel's advice. Enjoy the journey, as a new subscriber, I will watch on with interest. All the very best from the Canberra Regiment, Australian Division, Nightwish Army.
Great reaction to a great band. If you just read and listen to General Gabriel you will be fine. You will not regret to go down in the rabbithole of Nightwish. Happy New Year from Sweden
Great reaction! There’s so much to unpack from this band, and the journey is amazing if you take it. They produce world class art, not just music but poetry and visuals as well. It’s a whole package.
You did an amazing job of analyzing this song after just one listen! I'm sure others have already filled you in on the background of this song and you definitely nailed the emotions in the song. So great to see a first reaction to their latest work. I really enjoyed your thoughts about it. Now on to Ghost Love Score, HAHA! Down the rabbit hole you go .... the Nightwish army is here!
This album Yesterwynde is like an old concept album by Pink Floyd, you might take the time to listen to it from the first song all thru to the last one. After about 50 times now it grew on me up to the 5 best albums I own - and I am 64 now and have about 8000 records. The last song -Lanternlight- is my personal song of the year 2024 by far. It is very, VERY different but exactly that is the reason. For me Nightwish has evolved to one of those rare bands, that create art without any consideration to what anybody expected or to say it the short way: Nightwish does Nightwish things.
And I predict this record will be recognized in decades, just like Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the moon. Some records last forever.
Greetings from Germany
Now you have reached the 3rd of my top 3 bands in the whole world! FIR, Sleep Token and NIGHTWISH! Here for the ride
Whoa, no way! That's awesome!
Greetings from New Zealand! Happy New Year! Once you've heard Nightwish, you'll never be the same again. While I appreciate and also like Evanescence, they are not on the same level as Floor (female singer) and Nightwish. The writing skills of the keyboardist Tuomas, (playing piano), is genius. He has been nicknamed the metal Mozart. The variation in their music is vast, and no two songs are the same.
There have been three singers in Nightwish their 20+ years, before the time of Evanescence, and they've all added something different to the band, but Floor Jansen is the most versatile, and the most expressive of them all. Her range, versatility, and expression is very, very impressive. They are all top musicians, and work very well together as a group, and they leave their egos at the door. They play for the love of music, which is as it should be. Gabriel has a comprehensive list which you can follow :)
i remember 90´s when nightwish and evanescence have in media some kinda competition,even bands music are so much difference :) thanx to great reaction and have wonderful day.
It’s a love song dedicated to his father who passed away,recently,from the keyboard writer Tuomos Hollopaien,greetings from The Netherlands 🙋🏽♀️🇳🇱
Floor is just absolute perfection and this song is so incredibly beautiful!
Greetings from Finland 🤩
Floor has an immense talent and ability to fill her singing with emotion.
Oh man you're going deep with NW 😂 As you started with very unusual Lanternlight, keep on doing contrast and do Master passion greed next. No one in this world have done that 🤣 Will follow your journey, great reaction 👌
Welcome to the greatest band you'll ever hear in your life, period.
Great reaction🤘🤘
I started with your Ghost Love Score reaction. That was enough for me to subscribe and come here. I don't know to what extent I can speak for other Nightwish Army folk, but I for one love to discover new reactors who love the music I do. I have seen these songs dozens of times, but vicariously discovering them anew, through new eyes/ears/insights, brings me joy.
For contrast, try "Yours is an Empty Hope", live from Wembley. Floor can sing anything...and frequently does.
Last night they had the inductions into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame. Which is a promotional joke. Nightwish has been turning out spectacular music for 30 years. Think they'd get in? Plenty of other (mostly non-U.S.) bands in the same situation.
Nightwish Army US Division here, I see Gabriel posted his welcome to the army, follow his list for the best symphonic metal band in the world. I`ve been a fan for over 15 years and still obsessed with them. Ghost Love Score live at Wacken festival 2013 is where most reactors start and highly recommend it although I prefer the Tampare concert in 2015. For more of the ``metal`` songs I recommend Weak Fantasy, Tribal, Slaying The Dreamer, Yours is an Empty Hope, Last Ride of the Day. Concerts you should watch are Wacken 2013 and 2018, Tampere 2015, Buenos Aires 2018, Wembley 2018, Hellfest 2022 , PinkPop 2022 and Deichbrand 2022. Floor Jansen in my opinion is the greatest female vocalist in the world as she can sing all music genre`s. Also check out her live concert in Amsterdam and you will see what I mean. Sorry for rambling on but I`m very passionate about this band !!
You must making reactions from Ghost love score from Wacken 2013 live and you gonna se a real Floor range!
Nightwish is a Symphonic Metal band. Their catalog is very diverse. They have been together in some line up since 1996. There has been 3 different, female, lead singers. I’m sure the Nightwish Army will be here and inform you of more. Enjoy!🎸🤘
Welcome to the Nightwish family and our beautiful Queen Floor Jansen (pronounced Yansen). General Gabriel should be arriving soon. I have subscribed ,and are waiting for your next reaction to this journey called Nightwish. Greetings from Alabama 😎
There's a huge bunch of super cool songs. But at this moment, it comes to my head, "Weak Fantasy," live in Tampere, as my recommendation.
Happy to have you in the Nightwish Army!
Great reaction to the last song from The most recent album "Yesterwynde"".
New sub here from Nightwish Army Sweden. Hope to see you go down the rabbit hole.